This is the first place where I have consumed paella in an empty swimming pool with wandering flamingos walking around the room, but all of this is irrelevant when you take one bite of their majestic paella, which will transport your senses directly to Spain. Their garlic soup is astounding, their ceviche is phenomenal, and their garlic shrimp is a sacrament of epic proportions. The waiters sell raw Marcona almonds to feed the flamingos or the alpacas out back. We had a magnificent coffee reading from an older, elegant gypsy woman who guessed the birthplace of one of our friends' great grandmothers, which was an obscure village in Bulgaria. Simply amazing! read more

Cute spot owned by two sisters who live above the place. Friendly folks. Food was fine if you're in the neighborhood, but not worth going out of your way for. If you're known for garlic shrimp and paella, shouldn't you use delicious, large shrimp instead of little ones? read more

Food was delicious and ample in quality, it merits 5 stars on its own. I would try the seafood paella! The wine was also lovely. Unfortunately the atmosphere of the restaurant was off, thus needing to dock a star. Like other yelp reviewers mention, the attitude of some of the waitstaff could be much improved. I do agree with reviewers below with the pretentious attitudes. But nevertheless, I would bring my loved ones here again for the paella.. read more

Lola's - Seafood paella! - Spanish Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

Oh, how the times do change. It used to be that Lola's was cash only AND BYOB, but I went there for dinner this week and discovered that neither of these things are the case. They take credit cards AND they serve booze. Not sure what prompted the change, but it's certainly more convenient to eat there now that you don't have to hit up the ATM and a wine shop beforehand. Even though Lola's has implemented these (relatively) drastic changes, the menu hasn't changed since the first time I went there five years ago, and the food is as amazing as it's always been. They have the best tomato basil (usually called caprese) salad I've had anywhere, which is saying a lot because this is something I often order when I see it on a menu. Ordinarily, I get the salmon (which is fantastic), but this time I opted for soup and salad, in an attempt to save room for desert. Even though I wasn't terribly hungry after my salad and lentil soup (which was pretty good, but not as good as, say, Mona's or Lebanon's--try the garlic soup instead) I was committed, and ordered almond nougat ice cream for dessert. By the time I got it, I could only manage to eat about a third of it (the portion was significantly larger than I expected), but it was still worth it. Next time I'll skip the soup and just do salad and desert. And booze, of course. Can't forget the booze! Speaking of which, this is the first time I've had dinner at Lola's without bringing a bottle of wine (or two), so I had an opportunity to try their sangria. It was quite good; I'll definitely order it again. Lola's is both an excellent date spot (in spite of, or perhaps because of, the intensely garlicky aioli they serve avec pistolettes before your meal) and a great place for vegetarians. They've got several vegetarian options, all highlighted in green text, so if you're accustomed to only having one thing to choose from on the menu, Lola's will require a bit more deliberation than you're used to. (Personally, I always struggle with this. Decisions, decisions.) Pro tip: if you're on a date, it's definitely best to make sure both of you eat the aioli, or not. In the event that one party opted not to try the aioli, I guarantee the goodnight kiss will be ruined for both parties. Trust me. read more

Lola's is a Spanish restaurant that has been around forever (25 years?). It's a nice little neighborhood place- the atmosphere is casual and VERY cozy, with great local artwork on the walls. No reservations, but the tables usually turn quickly. It used to be cash and BYOB only; Lola's now accepts credit cards and serves wine, beer, and my favorite, sangria (although you can still BYOB for a small corkage). If you want sangria while you are waiting, you can place your order with the hostess. Lola's starts each meal with a pistolette and garlic "aioli" (pureed garlic and possibly some olive oil for consistency). If you are not a garlic lover, you have been warned. They have many great appetizers and entrees, including many pescetarian and vegetarian options. My favorites are the crabmeat tropicale salad, ajoblanco soup (a soup made from almonds, served cold with sliced red grapes), and seafood paella. The paella is made to order in a cast iron skillet; it has great flavor and a vast array of seafood. The paella portions are very generous; if you order appetizers, two people could share the small (for one person), or three people could share the medium (which is for "two"). Even if you don't share, you can still have an appetizer, small paella, and sangria for approximately $40, including tax and tip, and take home half your paella as leftovers. If you want to experience Spanish food in a relaxed atmosphere, check out Lola's. read more

I've been told Lola's on several occasions. Until the most recent, I always stuck with the seafood paella. It's really great and I'll definitely get it again at some point, but last night I ventured out and tried some other things. I was not disappointed. The lamb stew is also delicious. There was a special arugula salad that had roasted beets and a Spanish blue cheese that was really good. And the mussels were tasty too -- seasoned really nicely. These aren't your traditional mussels, though, so be ready to try something new. And my date and I also got the dessert sampler -- all three desserts that were available that day, which included a flour-less chocolate cake, ice cream, and flan. Lola's is pretty small so be prepared to wait for a table if you show up at peak times. But the service is always friendly. They'll even take you phone number and call you when the table's ready, so you can pop across the street to Santa Fe for a margarita while you wait. They've also got some cool artwork on the walls, including lots of Simon pieces. Lola's is good. I wish I had leftovers but I ate it all and am fat. read more

This is an update on the service not the food. The last few times the waitstaff was just unfriendly and off putting. I'm a really nice super smily person and I didn't get a grin the entire dinner. Not bad service but something has changed read more

I really dig Lola's, and one of the nice things about it is there's something on the menu for everyone. So if you have a group of people with really varied tastes, everyone will be a happy camper. Lola's is a pretty small spot, and they don't take reservations. So you'll probably have to put your name on a list and then hang out for a while out in front of the restaurant. It took about 45 minutes on a weekday night for our group of 6 to be seated. I've never had the paella (I know! But it will happen one day!) so I can't speak to that, but the antipasti, garlic soup, and garlic shrimp are all quite good. And NOM NOM NOM, what is in that garlic spread stuff? Tastes like raw garlic, which is totally awesome with me. Our waitress was awesome, and very nice about our large group. I wish the sangria were a little stronger, but them's the breaks. read more

Unbelievable seafood paella! My wife and I have been coming here for years. One of our favorites.

Lola's is truly the BEST food I've had in New Orleans, serving traditional Spanish dishes that have influenced the local Creole cuisine for centuries. It's a local secret in the Mid-City area. If you want the "local" experience with a twist, definitely go here. (HINT: Seating is tight and fills up quickly, so if you will be dining on the weekends try to get there around 5:30pm before the rush.) ORDER EVERYHTING. No, but really. Everything is prepared fresh and seasoned well. Out of all the times I've been there, I've yet to be disappointed. Every appetizer, from the mussels in vinaigrette to the garlic mushrooms, have tasted incredible. One Side note about the calamari: It isn't in the form of deep-fried rings, instead it comes out pan seared and in a patty, sliced in strips. Believe me, it's better this way. The Seafood Paella is a very popular main dish, and can be prepared to split between four people. Other personal favorites include: Shrimp Pasta, Pork Loin and my father's personal favorite: the Rack of Lamb. Their desserts are all homemade and act as the perfect "cherry on top" to the best dinner you'll have in New Orleans. Oh, and before I forget, here's one final tip: You will want to ask for extra of their homemade whipped olive oil and garlic. They serve this as a spread for their bread. You can thank me later. read more

Omg best date ever. Get a bottle of wine! Yes some dishes like paella do take up to 45 mins, but get two tapas dishes like the garlic shrimp or the special tapas was Brussels sprouts, while you wait. If it's a date, you will have plenty of time to talk, eat, drink, and be merry! The flavors are amazing and the ambiance is close and fun. read more

First time here. There was definitely a wait, but it was worth it. My date and I ordered the duck breast and paella combination. The duck breast was absolutely delicious. So flavorful! A bit over powering on the sauce, but it wasn't a big deal. I enjoyed it. I ordered the paella since it was mentioned in so many reviews. It was good, but I wouldn't be crazy over it. I think reading the reviews made my expectations too high. On the other hand, the sangria was so delicious! Best sangria I have ever tasted. It's only $3 a glass, wow. I had me two. Next time, I'm ordering a bottle for $13. Friendly service and great experience. read more

Lola's - Sangria, duck breast, combination Paellas. - Spanish Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

I wish I could leave a review about the food, but I can't. I made a Saturday 6:15pm reservation to celebrate my anniversary with my husband. We specifically picked Lola's for the paella. We were seated and when the waitress came to the table, we were advised that they were currently out of white and red sangria. Ok, no problem, then we told the waitress that we wanted to order the the seafood paella. It is at that time that the waitress advised us that they did not have paella at that time as their paella cook has not come in yet. When we inquired about when they expected their paella cook to come in, the waitress advised that she would check. She came back and advised that there would be no paella that night. Needless to say, we chose to leave as the whole reason for eating there was the paella. - I understand that restaurants are short staffed since re-opening after covid, but it is disappointing to go to a restaurant that is well known for specific dish, only to be told that there is only one chef that cooks that dish and they don't known when and if that chef is going to show, especially when celebrating a special occasion. I'm hoping Lola's gets their staffing issues resolved soon. read more

I really like the idea of Lola's, but I wasn't crazy about the food. We had to wait about 30 minutes for a table which was no problem considering the weather was great, the host took great care of us, and SANGRIA. We had a bottle of sangria to split, and it was awesome. It's not the bitter, dry sangria that they normally serve in restaurants; it was sweet and light and we could've had 2 more. When it was time to sit, we ordered the gazpacho, grilled octopus, ceviche, and a small combination (seafood and meat) paella. The gazpacho was good- refreshing and tasty, as usual. The octopus was overcooked at the ends but the middle was good (be warned, though, they have a heavy hand when it comes to paprika). The ceviche was alright; it was a little dry because there was barely any juice and so some of the fish hadn't 'cooked' as much as I'd wanted. The paella fell flat on its face, but that may not have been Lola's fault. I don't like the taste of seafood and if you get the combination, the taste overpowers anything else. Beyond the fish taste, the rice was very bland; no seasoning at all. I expected a better quality of food all around, especially given the price. I would come back to have sangria outside or maybe bring my parents because they're impressed by any food and this was a very 'bring your parents to New Orleans' restaurant, but other than that I wouldn't come back again. read more

Perhaps my most visited restaurant of the last decade, this place is a favorite of locals, especially those who live in Mid-City. A great restaurant for a date or to enjoy with a small group of friends. They do not take reservations, so it's first come, first served. I like to get there around 7-7:30 before they get packed. You can bring your own wine (they do have a small wine list now that they've gotten their liquor license) and drink it while you wait outside at the provided table and chairs. It is a small Spanish restaurant (cash only) with unique artwork on the walls for sale. My personal favorites are the shrimp and garlic app, the paella, and the rack of lamb. I love grabbing a bottle or two of shiraz and/or petite sirah and heading over there for a delicious, cheap meal. A place where I always take my out of town friends to enjoy some local flavor. read more

I went to Lola's for the first time and had a great experience. The staff was really friendly and I never felt rushed. We had two appetizers, Ceviche and Calamari. Both were great. For dinner I had the duck with a fig reduction sauce and I highly recommend it. It was really good. read more

Wow.. this was my first time here and I am ashamed to say I did not know this place was here. If you are from New Orleans you have to put this place on your list of places to go. We started out with the Mussels in vinaigrette, they were large green mussels steamed and cooled in a homemade vinaigrette.. you will want one of the hot pieces of bread to go with this. Next we had the Garlic Shrimp which were fresh peeled shrimp sautéed in red peppers, garlic and olive oil... more bread please : ) And the last app we had was the Grilled Calamari..a nice pice of calamari served with a spicy sauce. After we finished that we had the Combination Paellas which was fresh and teased your pallet with great flavors. For the main course.. yes.. more food we had the Roasted Duck Breast, which was served with fig reduction sauce, it was great. The other entree was the Rack of lamb which was served with gorgonzola cheese sauce. Also had the Chuflan which was a sinful chocolate delight. Needless to say I will be back!! I need to try the homemade Sangria!! read more

I have been eyeing Lola's from a distance for over a year. Tonight was the night that we finally tried Lola's. The environment alone is truly unique. This cozy atmosphere is interestingly decorated by a menagerie of brightly colored local art. The open kitchen format makes you feel like you've stumbled into a hole in the wall only the locals know about. Although, not suited for large groups, they were able to accommodate our party of five comfortably. I enjoyed everything I tried. The garlic chicken was simple but perfectly cooked. Overall, Lola's has a lovely atmosphere and good food, not the best I've ever had, but still much better than average. read more

If you are looking for a reasonably priced date night, look no further than Lolas! They have the best Sangria in town and a small paella can be easily shared between two people (with leftovers to spare!). Did I mention the best Sangria in town? I was home for the holidays and ran across someone who had visited New Orleans recently. I mentioned living in the same neighborhood as an amazing Sangria place and they said (no joke), "Are you talking about Lolas?" read more

Yum!!!! 3 hours after a meal with the grandparents and my tummy is still happy. The dark wooden chairs and simple white table cloths with the terracotta colored floors immediately reminded of fond memories of my meals in Madrid and Barcelona. The garlic butter spread for the pistolettes, shrimp and mushroom apps were flooded with delicious, sharp garlic. The paellas, both seafood and meat, practically melted in mouth and were so delicately yet purposefully seasoned. The pork tenderloin was enthusiastically inhaled by my fiance in a matter of seconds so I can't attest to its appeal. He said it was great so I have to believe him. We got the dessert sampler and the overall favorite was the chocolate cake. It's flourless, dense, and insanely gratifying. The sangria was delicious and had a nice blend of spices to add to the aftertaste and aroma. Service was courteous, helpful and not too invasive. I am very sorry to hear about the original owner's recent passing. He must be proud, wherever he is, to have such a wonderful establishment turning out such pleasant evenings as the one I had with my family tonight. read more

After a stroll through City Park, my husband and I - visiting the city for the first time - took a walk towards Cafe Degas. We walked passed Lola's and both looked at each other - it was super cute. We kept walking and found that Cafe Degas was closed. As I had heard good things about that restaurant and wasn't exactly sure what we could expect from Lola's, we popped into a corner grocer to ask for some advice. Being from New Mexico, a restaurant called Santa Fe was not what we wanted. The cashier then suggested Lola's. Lola's was amazing. It has a great vibe, funky art, nice wait staff and a quirky ambiance. My husband and I were seated at the last available table and noticed that Lola's was packed the rest of the night - and for good reason! We ordered the antipasto and shared the seafood paella. Both were fabulous! The grapes were perfectly sweet, the paella was moist and wonderfully flavored. After a long day of traveling from New Mexico to New Orleans to only find out that our hotel would not be ready until the evening - Lolas was a beautiful, relaxing end to an overly hectic day! We are so glad we found this little gem! read more

As Jessica mentioned, Lola's does have their own wine list. You can still bring your own bottle and I believe the corkage fee remains ridiculously cheap. We started with the Garlic Shrimp, Mussels, and Crabmeat and a few bottles of Sangria. There is a vinaigrette on the Mussels that is absolutely divine. The Shrimp were excellent and the Crabmeat was on top of an avocado with croutons--tasty. I took a leap of faith and did not order the seafood paella (but my friend did, yay!). They were out of Kalamata olives for the spinach linguine and I am sure the dish would have been better with them. I also remained meatless. Also got to try a bit of the Duck Breast with fig sauce. It was expectedly a little sweet, but nicely done. The Seafood Paella still stole the show, though. I think if you order a size larger than a single serving, the rice remains more moist and delicious. I have had few things in New Orleans that hit the spot better than this dish. read more

***QUALITY***FOOD***FOR***LOW***PRICES*** The food was delicious, we ordered: appetizers: the mushrooms, ceviche and crabmeat for the main: two salmon dishes which was great quality and one shrimp pasta very yummy indeed. For desert the flan - to share - it was so good we ordered a second one :-), for drinks we shared two bottles of Pinot Noir. For 3 people the check came to $162 (before tip) great value!! We went on a Tuesday evening 8pm and had to wait 20 min to be seated. The restaurant is very small, bright and not too pleasant to sit in. I wouldn't go here for a romantic dinner or special occasion. It's too crammed and noisy. The service was a little slow and messy, because it was busy, our waiter tried his best. For a casual dinner I would go back here and recommend it to everyone else. read more

I hadn't eaten here in a dog's age until the other night when the wife and I clinked our glasses to 15 wedded years. When we dated we ate here, and in the early years of our marriage too. After our first kid, not so much. We tried. It's not that's it's anti-kid, it just isn't very kid friendly - and that's A-OK. What I love about Lola is how it really hasn't changed in all this time. The space, the décor, the menu, the location - all largely the same. Nowadays there's central air - ooh la la! But enjoying the menu the other night it was the same good ceviche and paella we've always loved. Our waitress was cordial and warm but a little spacey, forgetting a Diet Coke and ice to chill some beer (it's BYOB if you like). She was nice about it though offering it happened all the time. That's okay, I guess, right? Until it matters? Kindof New Orleans in a nutshell, very enjoyable as long as you don't sweat the small stuff. After all the newbies post K and new this and new that in the city, it's nice to go back here, and it's a great reminder we need to hire a sitter more often and enjoy some old school NOLA restaurants and skip the latest and greatest every so often. read more

Went in for the first time last night with my boyfriend. The ambiance, decor, and waitress were great, but the food and white wine sangria was mediocre. We split the grilled calamari appetizer and Caesar salad to start, both of which were decent, but lacking in finesse. The salad would have really benefited from some shaved Parmesan on top, and egg in the dressing (It was advertised as "creamy" but was clearly an oil base, yet you could taste the anchovy so I appreciated that). I got the Caldereta (Andalusian lamb stew with bell peppers, onions, garlic, carrots, wine, hot peppers, and spices), and my boyfriend got the rack of lamb. Here is where I was really disappointed--the meat was tough and undercooked, and the vegetables (basically all carrots) were almost raw. For a stew I expected soft, tender vegetables and meat that wouldn't require a knife, but the dish tasted rushed. My boyfriend's rack of lamb was unremarkable except for its price--at $28 the best facet was the small side of gorgonzola sauce. It ended on a good note with the dessert sampler, but I doubt I will be back anytime in the near future. read more

Two things: 3 dollar sangria and Seafood Paella!!! You gotta try both My first visit and I loved the place. The interior is set up very cozy and homey with the decorations, people laughing and talking, and the open kitchen. It's like your dining with family. The food is excellent and made to order. Totally worth the wait and you can tide yourself over with some sangria in the meantime. I will definitely be returning. read more

This cozy little restaurant is my idea of dining heaven! I've been there several times now, and it's been consistently good! The food is so flavorful! I often get the salmon and it's prepared to perfection! I've tried various specials and never been disappointed. But that's not all! Also consistent is their level of customer service. It's exceptional because it's authentic! The staff there seem like genuinely lovely people in addition to being skilled servers. You'll leave smelling like the place, and if it's busy, you might suffer some minor hearing loss but it's ALL WORTH IT, I tell you! If I lived in Mid city I'd probably eat there weekly. I love Lola's! read more

Lola's is definitely in my top 10 favorite New Orleans restaurants. I've been frequenting this little place for years and I've eaten here over 20 times and it really is always good. Lately, I've been trying to eat less carbs (post holiday season) so we opted out of the delicious bread they bring out after you sit down. They serve it with this garlic aioli that I could just eat with a spoon, and I have. I ordered the caprese salad, good, but tomatoes weren't ripe (yes, I know it's January) and too much balsamic vinegar. The mozzarella and tomato should be sprinkled not drowned. My mom ordered the fabadda, a white bean stew, it was a little salty. For our main entree, I ordered the trout sans rice and my mom order the grilled tuna. Both came with sauteed vegetables. My trout, skin on, was to DIE for. I ate the whole thing and didn't look up 'til I was finished. read more

Again, sangria is soooo yummy! The stuffed portobello was wonderful! I am not a vegetarian and found this dish to satisfy my " meaty side"! I knew I would return for a glass of sangria, now I'll return for the Cuisine! read more

Went here on a date night with my boyfriend and at first we were a little skeptical. It seemed like the entrees really just weren't all that special. I like to always try to order food that I just can't make at home or normally wouldn't and nothing for the entrees seemed to peak our interests besides maybe the lamb. So we decided tapas it was! And wow! Great choice. We got the crab tropical....AMAZING! Easily both of our favorite dish. Got the ceviche....THE BEST ceviche I've had in New Orleans so far....easily! And the Antipasto....the blue cheese is super strong and everything else was delicious but also very standard. The crab tropical is what made it for us! And I was so happy to find good ceviche. The plates sizes are HUGE for tapas also so it's perfect for sharing but we were definitely stuffed. The house made sangria was tasty also. The manager, Courtney, was the one who was serving us that night and she was super nice and enthusiastic. Overall it was a really goo experience. The place definitely filled up after we got there just a little after they opened at 5:30 so maybe get there before the crowd does. Will definitely be going back. read more

Food is delicious. Portion is big. Price is reasonable. Taste a little bit salty but I think that's normal. Highly recommend

I cannot wait to go back to Lola's. You can make a super fun Friday evening starting off at Swirl Wine Bar free wine tasting across the street, bringing over a bottle of wine and drinking it while you wait for your table in the humble Lola's as they will graciously pop it open for you and provide glasses, then heading on in when your name is called and sitting down to a delightful meal full of fresh ingredients and accompanied by great sangria. This is a great place to go with a small group of friends. Sharing is the way to go here. When I went we ordered a couple small plates (the garlic mushrooms were truly a delight) and then split a large fideos, which is like their paella but with small noodles instead. It was so so good crispy on the outside where the noodles hit the searing hot pan and deliciously buttery and garlicky towards the center. We split a large between 3 people and were totally satisfied and had a little leftover. We got the veggie option and it was great! Cannot wait to go back to try more from the menu. Make sure to order a couple bottles of sangria... mmmmmm. read more

We walked in and the aroma of the food just captures you right away. I live how tiny this place is. I felt like I was eating at a friends home. The hostess and waitress were so sweet. The grilled calamari and garlic mushrooms are to die for. The paella's is out of this world prolly one of the best Ive had coming from living in Miami for years. read more

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I went to Lola's with seven people last night. I let me say right off the bat, I agree with the reviewer who said it's not a restaurant for large groups. Service was great...I felt bad for the waitress having to deal with 8 of us, but she handled us well. I hadn't been here in over ten years (as I moved away and came back in October). The food was just as good as I remembered. I had the Caesar salad and the meat paella. I had enough left over of both for dinner the next night, so servings are generous. Highly recommend Lola's but keep your group small so you really get the ambiance of the charming restaurant. read more

Stopped by this little spot with my husband on a Monday night. Location is rather tight for seating as it looks as though it is a restaurant within a former living room. However, location looks great for an intimate early dinner or casual bite with great company. We arrived around 7pm to a relatively empty room, however, within minutes of filling my glass a 2nd time with the ever so smooth and deliciously home made sangria, the entire restaurant was packed! (They immediately had a wait list of 30 mins+) We ordered the ceviche appetizer and the marisco soup. Both were very appetizing. For our main dishes we ordered the meat paella and the seafood fiduea (this is fideo for those of you who probably ate this as a kid). Unfortunately, we ordered one of each in the 1 person serving and thought we could share off of each other--big mistake as these portions are pretty generous, especially if you have drinks and appetizers. Should you plan on ordering the following, stick to the 1 serving, it's plenty for 2. We did not have dessert this time, as we made plans at another location for late night treats. However, definitely would return to try the rest of the menu. read more

After cooking paella, there is usually a layer of toasted rice at the bottom of the pan, called socarrat in Spain. This is considered a delicacy among Spaniards and is ESSENTIAL to a GOOD paella. The toasted rice develops on its own if the paella is cooked over a burner or open fire. If cooked in an oven, however, it will not. To correct this, place the paellera over a high flame while listening to the rice toast at the bottom of the pan. Once the aroma of toasted rice wafts upwards, remove it from the heat. The paella must then sit for about five minutes (most recipes recommend the paella be covered with a tea-towel at this point) to absorb the remaining broth. What Lola's served me last night had absolutely no toasted rice at the bottom and was basically a decent tasting rice and seafood casserole. I wouldn't order it again for $28. Really cute place, lovely waitstaff in neon and spandex workout gear didn't exactly add to ambiance of establishment. read more

I made a reservation online for 8:45pm tonight. I specified outdoor seating because Covid. We arrived at 8:45pm only to find that the restaurant didn't have a table outside for us. They offered us some chairs to sit on while we waited 30-45 minutes for another table to clear. You can imagine my shock at their offer given that we made a reservation that was accepted ahead of time. Further, if you're going to take a reservation then you should plan to seat those reservations when they arrive at their scheduled time. This was a complete and total fail! read more

Until last night I had not been to Lola's since a couple of years before Katrina. I was hoping my memory served me well with incredible food and great atmosphere. It did not disappoint. In fact, given that before the storm the restaurant was cash only....I'd say it was better than before. Get there early, as the restaurant quickly fills up and goes on a wait. What we ate: Ceviche: Difficult to eat and share at the table. Served on a corn tortilla that wasnt warmed or fried to scoop the ceviche. The ceviche itself was tasty, but I dont think I would order it again as a table app. Combination Paella for 2: Oh. My. Goodness. Soooooo good. Everything in the dish was prepared and seasoned perfectly. If you're in the mood for paella make sure you give yourself a little extra time, as it takes a little longer than other menu items...but definitely worth it. Combination Dessert Plate: Almond Nougat ice cream, Chocolate molten cake wedge, flan, and whipped cream. Good but nothing overly impressive on the dessert plate. I'd probably pass on dessert next time and head over to Brocato's. read more

One bottle of homemade Sangria please! And keep those bottles coming as I wait for my delicious food! One of my favorites in New Orleans to go to for paella, mussels, pork loin, and yummy, buzz-worthy Sangria. This restaurant is tiny, and probably hole-in-the-wall-ish..but hey! aren't those places usually filled with good food? They serve warm rolls with their homemade gar-licky butter that you just can't get enough of! I'm drooling as I write this. hehe This place is a MUST TRY if you're ever in New Orleans searching for the next meal to satisfy your belly! read more

My favorite restaurant in New Orleans. Went here for my birthday with my hubby and we had a good time and our server was friendly as well. We had seafood paella and grilled squid for appetizer and there were no leftovers because it's that good and ohhh a bottle of wine. If you like spanish food that's authentic this is the place to go but the only downside is parking because it's on esplanade and they don't parking lot and the wait for a table can take longer and I think they don't accept reservations since it's a really small restaurant and it can get loud inside but the food is top notch. Can't wait to come back again. read more

Lola's - My fav seafood paella. - Spanish Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

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